Do you have a new idea for an amazing live electronic music performance?

The PRS Foundation is offering grants of up to £5000 to musicians or producers who want to create a one-off live performance of original electronic music, through its Live Connections funding scheme. The performance must take place sometime in 2010 and the deadline for applications is Friday 9 October 2009.

"We created this scheme to get great new electronic music from laptops in people's bedrooms and out to audiences in a live setting," says Charlotte Ray, Co-Director of the PRS Foundation. "We want to hear about how you demonstrate innovation in the live presentation of your music, maybe using unusual venues, a strong visual presentation or new methods of performing live."

Who can apply?

UK-based acts (individuals or groups) creating their own music, with plans for a live performance in 2010. Applications will also be accepted from promoters/producers who are planning events that will showcase the music of a particular act. Support is offered towards the costs of staging your planned event. Typical event costs may include musicians' fees, venue/equipment hire and promotion & marketing.

The grants sound like a great opportunity to hire 15 bikini models, paint them with conductive paint, hook them up to Max and Ableton Live and make some dance music. Unfortunately, Calvin Harris blew your chance to try that out....so you'll have to come up with something that's awesome - and original.

What would you do with a £5000 electronic music performance grant?

Link:

• PRS Foundation

James Lewin
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